Groundskeeper I, II, or III

Company: Creighton University
Location: Omaha
Posted on: September 24, 2022

Job Description:

The Grounds Shop has an open position for a Groundskeeper. Depending upon the qualifications of final candidate they will be offered one of the three levels below. While performing the duties of this job (Groundskeeper I, II, or III), the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching and crawling all day. Must be able to work outside in various temperatures (summer/winter) for extended periods of time. The employee must frequently lift and move items up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. This position is Monday to Friday; 7am-3:30pm (Winter Hours) and 6am-2:30pm (Spring/Summer). Must be able to work overtime and weekends if needed for inclement weather events (ie snow and ice removal, spring storm clean up). Grounds Keeper I & II: Summary: Mows, fertilizes, and maintains turf grass. Transplants, prunes, waters, and maintains ornamental plants, trees and shrubs. Weeds, mulches, and maintains ornamental beds. Performs litter control and general grounds maintenance. Maintains and performs basic repairs to landscape irrigation system. Sweeps, repairs, and otherwise maintains hardscape areas. Installs and maintains campus signage and site fixtures. Provides support for outdoor events. Performs snow removal. Provides grounds maintenance in all seasons and weather conditions. Performs basic inspections and maintenance on equipment and vehicles. Operates equipment including large mowers, skid steers, brush chipper, and sweepers. Groundskeeper III Summary: Provides senior level experience, knowledge, and leadership in the area of grounds maintenance. Serves as subject matter expert, answers questions, and advises others, including contractors and other Groundskeepers, on best practices as related to their area of expertise, including but not limited to equipment and vehicle repair, horticulture, snow removal, hardscaping, irrigation, and general grounds maintenance. Mows, fertilizes, and maintains turf grass. Transplants, prunes, waters, and maintains ornamental plants, trees and shrubs. Weeds, mulches, and maintains ornamental beds. Identifies ornamental, tree, turf, and weed species and has knowledge of best practices as related to culture, fertility, pruning, etc. Performs litter control and general grounds maintenance. Schedules, monitors, maintains, and performs repairs to landscape irrigation system. Sweeps, installs, repairs, and otherwise maintains hardscape areas. Installs and maintains campus signage and site fixtures. Provides support for outdoor events. Performs snow removal. Provides grounds maintenance in all seasons and weather conditions. Operates equipment including skid steers, loaders, forklift, sweepers, large mowers, brush chipper, articulating lift, and dump truck. Performs inspections, maintenance, and repairs on equipment and vehicles. Groundskeeper I: Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent; 1-2 years related experience in grounds preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Basic computer proficiency/skills; Ability to self-start, work independently and complete work orders in a timely manner; Strong customer service focus; Knowledge of ground related equipment/tools (e.g. shovel, rake, prunes, saw, t-post) preferred; Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions of operating grounds equipment preferred; Ability to see details at close range; Ability to listen and understand spoken information and ideas; Ability to lift, push, pull or carry objects; Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs; Ability to work at heights of 20 feet and above; Ability to work outside in various temperatures (summer/winter) for extended periods of time; Ability to be on-call on a rotational schedule Required Licenses/Certifications Must have a valid and current drivers license with a clean driving record for the last 3 years and no major violations within the last 5 years. Groundskeeper II Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent 2-4 years experience; prefer Commercial Pesticide Applicators Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: License, Nebraska Arborists Association certification or CDL; Knowledge of grounds maintenance procedures and best practices; Knowledge (identification and general maintenance requirements) of plant and turf species; Knowledge of grounds-related equipment and tools (e.g. shovel, rake, prunes, saw, t-post) and their use/maintenance; Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions of operating grounds equipment; Interpersonal/human relations skills; Ability to lead a small crew; Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions; Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs; Ability to work at heights of 20 feet and above; Ability to work outside in various temperatures (summer/winter) for extended periods of time; Ability to be on-call on a rotational schedule Required Licenses/Certifications Must have a valid and current drivers license with a clean driving record for the last 3 years and no major violations within the last 5 years. Prefer Commercial Pesticide Applicators License, Nebraska Arborists Association certification or CDL. Groundskeeper III Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent 5+ years experience; prefer Commercial Pesticide Applicators Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: License, Nebraska Arborists Association certification or CDL; Strong knowledge of grounds maintenance procedures and best practices; Strong knowledge of plant and turf species, including identification, culture/maintenance requirements, insect/disease identification and control, weed control; Strong knowledge of grounds-related equipment and tools and their use, maintenance, and repair; Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions of operating grounds equipment; Interpersonal/human relations skills; Strong leadership ability as will lead large crews; Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions; Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs; Ability to work at heights of 20 feet and above; Ability to work outside in various temperatures (summer/winter) for extended periods of time; Ability to be on-call on a rotational schedule Required Licenses/Certifications Must have a valid and current drivers license with a clean driving record for the last 3 years and no major violations within the last 5 years. Prefer Commercial Pesticide Applicators License, Nebraska Arborists Association certification or CDL. Physical Requirements (Groundskeeper I, II, III): Seeing: % Hearing: 75-100% Standing/Climbing/Mobility: 75-100% Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 75-100 % (pound: up to 50 lbs.) Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: % Travel: No Exposure to Blood Borne pathogens: Yes Working with Animals: Yes AAP/EEO Statement: Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination. Disclosure Statement: This description describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Regular, reliable attendance is an essential function and all employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. Employees may also be required to work in excess of normal working hours as workloads and seasonal activities necessitate. A complete description is available in the Human Resource office located at 3006 Webster Street Omaha, NE. Creighton University reserves the right to modify duties, responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.

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